Fixed Income Trader

Northern Trust Corp; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 116,100 - 156,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching and pension

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Northern Trust Corp in Chicago, IL is seeking a Fixed Income Trader to execute bond trades, monitor markets, and settle transactions with discipline and accuracy. You will work with portfolio managers and internal partners to implement investment ideas while maintaining controls and governance.

The role requires 3–5 years in fixed income trading, knowledge of market structure and regulatory requirements, and a strong client-focused approach.

Qualifications

• 3-5 yrs prior experience in fixed income trading.
• Strong knowledge of investments, market structures and regulations.
• FINRA licenses 7, 52, and 63 preferred; Series 53 a plus.

Responsibilities

• Executes fixed income trades while minimizing market impact and costs.
• Ensures fair, timely trade settlement and accurate processing.
• Communicates market developments and pricing impacts to portfolio managers.
• Maintains relationships with counterparties to support trading and liquidity management.

Skills

Fixed income trading

Regulatory environment knowledge

Market analysis

Communication with portfolio managers

Education

College or University degree

FINRA Licenses 7, 52, 63 (Series 53 a plus)

Job description

## Fixed Income TraderApplylocations: Chicago, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R148440**About Northern Trust** As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. **Fixed Income Trader**The Fixed Income Trader is responsible for executing fixed income transactions in accordance with established guidelines, ensuring fair, accurate, and timely execution and settlement.The role requires close monitoring of market conditions, disciplined management of order flow, and effective communication of relevant pricing and market developments to portfolio managers and key stakeholders.**Major Duties:*** Executes fixed income trades while minimizing market impact and transaction costs.* Ensures fair, timely, and unbiased trade execution.* Partners with clients and internal stakeholders on investment ideas and strategy implementation.* Communicates market developments and pricing impacts to portfolio managers and other stakeholders.* Ensures accurate and timely trade settlement in accordance with established controls.* Maintains relationships with counterparties to support trading execution and liquidity management.* Responds promptly to client, portfolio management, and internal partner inquiries.* Maintains knowledge of applicable regulations, industry practices, and trading requirements.* Adheres to trading procedures, risk controls, and governance standards.**Qualifications:*** Preferred: College or University degree.* 3-5 yrs prior experience in fixed income trading or a closely related trading role.* Strong knowledge of investments, including terminology, instruments, general industry practices, market structures, execution techniques, regulatory environment, and relevant securities laws, typically acquired through on-the-job experience and/or completion of a four-year degree, to support effective fixed income trade execution.* Demonstrated ability to assess market events, exercise sound judgment, and make timely decisions in dynamic market conditions.**Preferred Qualifications:*** FINRA Securities Licenses 7, 52, and 63 required; Series 53 is a plus.* Versatility across multiple fixed income products, supporting broader market insight and cross-product collaboration.#LI-MG1#HybridSalary Range:116,100 to 156,700 USD*Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.* **Work Authorization** Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).